Architect and Builder Magazine South Africa July/August 2014 | Page 49

The concept proposal
uses the metaphor
of rock/stone strata,
shifting techtonic plates
and the process of
mining as a narrative

CROSS SECTION

The landscaping to the site is an important
part of the overall concept with a prominent
water feature and a smaller feature at the
SE corner which also follows Vastu Shastra
guidelines. As many trees as possible were
retained on site and numerous new trees
have been planted by Landscape Architects,
The Gardener. Sweeping lines of plants form
an organic backdrop to the angular shape of
the building.
Interior Architecture Design and Services
KMH Architects was also appointed as the
interior architects for the project. Interactive
briefing processes with the Client provided
detail information on the scope for spatial and
services requirements.
The ground floor is largely dedicated to
meeting rooms and more public spaces. The

Jindal Mining

first floor is purely office space and the second
floor is allocated to a canteen and function
area with a large roofto